Topic: UK

Supporting NEET young people back into education, employment or training

01 April 2026
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City & Guilds qualifications and planning resources support colleges and training providers to build effective, funded learning pathways for NEET young people and adult learners.

Key takeaways from our latest funding and policy webinar on apprenticeship and qualification reforms

17 March 2026
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Our latest funding and policy webinar took place at a pivotal moment. Less than 24 hours earlier, the Department for Education released key updates shaping the next phase of post-16 reform.

Future-proofing skills: Reflections and insights from the Apprenticeships and Training Conference 2026

13 March 2026
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From reflections on how reforms are creating a more flexible education system, to the top skills needed for modern work, here are the insights and highlights from ATC.

The new V Level qualification and the government’s latest reforms of post-16 pathways explained

12 March 2026
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The first V Levels will be introduced from September 2027, representing one of the most significant shifts in England’s post‑16 education landscape for more than a decade.

What the future plumbing & heating education landscape means for providers

11 March 2026
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The plumbing and heating industry across England is facing widening skills gaps and rapid technological advancement, creating challenges for providers and employers. However, upcoming education reform with the sector presents a critical moment for the future of plumbing and heating skills – and the opportunity for meaningful improvement has never been greater.

Annual price review: Changes from 1 September 2026

19 February 2026
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We are beginning our annual review of City & Guilds and ILM UK and international fees, charges and pricing structures. This review ensures that our prices remain fair, competitive, and reflective of the high-quality products and services we provide.

Innovative City & Guilds students take part in the National Apprenticeship Week 2026 Showcase Challenge

17 February 2026
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As part of National Apprenticeship Week, City & Guilds learners took part in the #NAW2026 Apprenticeship Showcase Challenge, celebrating the creativity and technical skill of construction apprentices from across the UK.

From robot wars to sculpture, engineering learners battle it out to win 2026 National Apprenticeship Week challenge

17 February 2026
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Gen2, a City & Guilds Training business specialising in the Engineering, Nuclear and Manufacturing sectors, celebrated its annual National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) Challenge on Friday 13 February, bringing together apprentices from across Cumbria for a day of innovation, teamwork and industry-inspired competition.

Apprenticeship reform: Updates to prioritised standards, plans to fast-track programme development and new ‘clearing-style’ system

12 February 2026
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The latest government updates include revisions to the list of prioritised standards and assessment plans, as well as new measures designed to give young people a clearer path into apprenticeships, while keeping up with local skills needs.

Forget Quick Fixes: Why City & Guilds Say Apprenticeships Could Be the Only Way Out of the UK’s Housing Shortage

09 February 2026
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As National Apprenticeship Week kicks off, global skills leader City & Guilds is joining forces with Vistry, Travis Perkins, AMEY, and other major players in construction to spotlight a critical solution to one of the industry’s biggest challenges: the skills gap.

City & Guilds update on Training in Electrical Ltd

02 February 2026
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Training in Electrical Limited - Guidance for City & Guilds learners

City & Guilds launches refreshed Social Value Strategy

20 January 2026
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City & Guilds has launched a refreshed Social Value Strategy that places social and economic impact at the heart of everything we do. This enhanced commitment reflects our continued dedication to creating opportunities for learners, supporting employers, and contributing to sustainable economic growth.

The Future of Vocational Education Post-Rachel Reeves’ UK Budget

20 January 2026
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Explore what recent skills reforms mean for providers and how City & Guilds is helping the sector navigate change with confidence.

City & Guilds response to the Post 16 Education and Skills White Paper

19 January 2026
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We welcome the ambition of these reforms. They have the potential to strengthen vocational and technical education, simplify choices and increase social and economic impact for learners, employers and the wider economy. Our response to the consultation addresses the broader theme of effective technical and vocational skills education, highlighting where adjustments are needed to remain true to those aims.

Join us at the Annual Apprenticeships and Training Conference 2026

15 January 2026
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The UK’s leading skills conference returns with a future-focused agenda for employers and providers.

Apprenticeship reforms: key standards prioritised to have assessment plans released

09 January 2026
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Skills England has published a list of the first apprenticeship standards selected for revision under the apprenticeship assessment reform programme.

A statement from the Trustees of City and Guilds of London Institute clarifying the sale of City & Guilds awarding, commercial and training activities.

02 January 2026
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In recent days, a number of inaccurate claims have been made about the sale of City & Guilds. In response, the Trustees of City and Guilds London Institute have issued the following statement and Q&A to address these issues.

City & Guilds update on Specialist Vocational Training (SVT) Limited

24 September 2025
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SVT Limited Closure – Guidance for City & Guilds Learners.

Celebrating 100,000 EPAs Delivered: A milestone in apprenticeship excellence

16 September 2025
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We’re proud to announce a major milestone: according to the latest Ofqual report on apprenticeships, City & Guilds has successfully delivered over 100,000 end-point assessments (EPAs) across multiple standards since launch.

Apprenticeship reforms in England: A new chapter for skills and workforce development

15 September 2025
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As England’s skills system continues to evolve, announcements from the Department for Education (DfE), Skills England, and now the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) continue to shape the major shift in how apprenticeships and technical education will be delivered and supported.

Behind the infrastructure: Skills that keep the UK running

12 September 2025
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Across the UK, a quiet force of skilled professionals works behind the scenes to keep our essential services running

City & Guilds and CIPHE Launch Strategic Skills Alliance to Transform Plumbing and Heating Education

21 August 2025
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City & Guilds, a global leader in skills development, and the Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering (CIPHE), the professional body for the UK plumbing and heating industry, have announced a new strategic collaboration designed to transform the future of plumbing and heating education.

City & Guilds update on Brit College Limited

14 August 2025
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Brit College Limited – Guidance for City & Guilds Learners.

City & Guilds update on Redstone Training

25 July 2025
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Redstone Training Closure – Guidance for City & Guilds Learners

London Assessment International (LAI) Partners with City & Guilds to Launch New Global Education Initiative

21 July 2025
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New partnership combines academic excellence with future-ready skills to transform international education

City & Guilds partners with Shell UK to train 250 electricians to boost UK workforce for the Energy Transition

17 July 2025
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Training in installation of electric vehicle charging points to be delivered at five UK colleges.

Navigating the future of apprenticeships: Sector reacts to EPA reform

10 July 2025
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Hot on the heels of recent webinars from Ofqual and Skills England, education professionals and training providers were given an overview of the UK government's latest reforms to England’s apprenticeship end-point assessments (EPAs)

City & Guilds partners with Cognassist to deliver personalised learning at scale

10 July 2025
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Empowering every learner to thrive through cognitive insight and tailored support.

Foundations for the future: Building the skills to deliver 1.5 million homes

03 July 2025
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A new report from City & Guilds reveals that critical skills shortages in the construction sector are putting the Government’s pledge to build 1.5 million new homes at serious risk.

Update on City & Guilds and ILM annual price review

16 June 2025
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City & Guilds and ILM revised pricing will start to be available in Walled Garden from July 2025 – understand what’s changing.

Unpacking major apprenticeship reform in the context of Skills England Report

04 June 2025
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As the UK navigates a rapidly evolving economic and technological landscape, the need for a responsive and future-proof skills system has never been more urgent.

City & Guilds wraps up Future Skills livestream with a bold call for change: Focus on Durable Skills

03 June 2025
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Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: thousands of young people across the UK are out of work or education, not because they lack talent but because the system isn’t built to support them.

Why scaling up AI safely is a leadership imperative

22 May 2025
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As artificial intelligence reshapes industries at breakneck speed, the pressure on organisations to deploy it responsibly has never been greater.

What you need to know about the 2025-26 Apprenticeship funding rules

16 May 2025
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The Department for Education (DfE) has released the 2025-2026 Apprenticeship Funding Rules, setting out important changes that will impact how apprenticeships are delivered, funded, and assessed from 1 August 2025.

Kineo joins Mindtools

12 May 2025
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City & Guilds has completed the sale of Kineo — our workplace e-learning business — to Mindtools, a global management and leadership skills development provider, owned by Cambridge Information Group (CIG).

Future Skills: Construction & Infrastructure – Building a Stronger Construction Workforce

09 May 2025
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Tackling the skills gap from the ground up

Future Skills – Green and Sustainability Solutions

25 April 2025
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Green jobs are booming - but where are the skilled workers?

From overwhelm to opportunity: rethinking AI and digital skills in Further Education

04 April 2025
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Imagine giving every member of staff a set of car keys after years of getting the bus to work,” said Richard Foster-Fletcher, Founder of MKAI, during the second episode of the City & Guilds and FE News Future Skills livestream series, “That’s the power of AI in the sector – if we give people the skills and confidence.”

Reengineering engineering – what it looks like, how we teach it and who gets to do it

31 March 2025
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If the UK’s industrial strategy is to be successful, we need to deliver a fundamental reengineering of engineering itself.

Construction News Update

28 March 2025
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Our response to the news that the Chancellor is to invest £600m into construction training, including new technical excellence colleges, skills bootcamps and financial incentives for foundation apprenticeships.

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